A comprehensive approach to security
The International Baltic Security Summit in Łódź is an annual forum dedicated to the multidimensional security of the Baltic Sea region. Organized jointly by the Center for Strategic Analysis and Forecasts at the Faculty of International and Political Studies of the University of Łódź and the Nordic Institute Foundation, it brings together experts from Poland and abroad to engage in interdisciplinary debates on geopolitical, military, economic, and social issues. The goal of the summit is not only to identify potential threats but also to develop practical recommendations and new models of cooperation that strengthen the stability and resilience of the entire Baltic community.
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Professor Ryszard M. Machnikowski is the Dean of the Faculty of International and Political Studies at the University of Łódź. Since 2022, he has headed the Center for Strategic Analysis and Forecasts at the Faculty, and since 2023 he has also led the Department of Foreign Policy Theory and Security. He is an expert for the National Science Centre (Poland), as well as for the Conseil Supérieur de la Formation et de la Recherche Stratégique and the Security and Defense Team (CNAM) in Paris. A member of the Conseil Scientifique of the master’s program in criminology at CNAM, he previously collaborated on the Countering Lone Actor Terrorism project (Institute for Strategic Dialogue, London).
Prof. Ryszard M. Machnikowski
Dr Aleksander Olech is the Head of International Cooperation at Defence24 Group and Editor-in-Chief of Defence24.com. He lectures at national and international universities, focusing on international relations and security. As a NATO associate, he contributes to shaping defence and diplomatic policies. Previously, he served as Deputy Director of the Department of Africa and the Middle East at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. His research and professional expertise make him one of the leading voices in global security and diplomacy.
Dr Aleksander Olech
Speakers
Prof. Jan Asmussen
Julian Pawlak
Dr Ivan Klyszcz
Dr Pierre Thévenin
COL (Ret) Vaidotas Malinionis
Dr Wojciech Lieder
Dr Timo Hellenberg
Michael Malm
Prof. Dr Margit Bussmann
Lillian Mullins
Organizers
The Centre for Strategic Analysis and Forecasts (CAiPS) at the Faculty of International and Political Studies, University of Łódź, responds to the growing dynamism of today’s international environment. Our mission is to identify the most pressing challenges and threats in geopolitics and international relations, while creating a platform for open exchange of ideas and forecasts. Each event we organize brings together only the most renowned experts from Poland and abroad. We value open discussion and fresh perspectives, moving away from the rigidity of traditional academic conferences while maintaining the high standards of expert debate. The exchange of views among distinguished participants offers unique insights into diverse perspectives and the complexity of international processes. The conclusions drawn from CAiPS events provide inspiration for effective solutions that strengthen the security of Poland and the wider region in the face of new global challenges.
The Nordic Institute Foundation is an independent platform that brings together interdisciplinary experts united by their focus on Nordic issues. Our mission is to highlight the multidimensional character of the Nordic countries, fostering international cooperation, trade development, and the transfer of best practices and know-how. Strengthening Polish–Nordic relations is in the interest of society as a whole, but also benefits businesses and state institutions. That is why the Foundation is dedicated to providing reliable, in-depth knowledge that supports the integration of the Baltic Sea region. While geographically the Baltic Sea separates these countries, in social, political, economic, and military terms it often feels like an ocean. The Foundation’s mission is to bridge that distance through cooperation and the exchange of expertise.
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Council Room of the Faculty of International and Political science Studies of the University of Lodz
Składowa 43 Street
Łódź, Poland
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Łódź, located in the very heart of Poland, has always been a meeting place of cultures, ideas, and traditions, and its multicultural heritage continues to inspire openness and diversity today. Although not a port city, its name in English – “boat” – symbolically points toward the sea, serving as a bridge between the inland center of the country and the Baltic Sea basin. This unique combination of central location, historical diversity, and symbolic anchoring in the idea of a shared journey makes Łódź a natural harbor for the International Baltic Security Summit – a place where perspectives and experiences converge to engage in dialogue on the multidimensional security of the region.
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Składowa 43 StreetŁódź, Poland
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